The Euclid space telescope, launched by the European Space Agency (ESA), has made its first scientific findings, revealing numerous rogue planets detached from their stars.

These wandering worlds were observed within the Orion nebula, situated 1,500 light years away, marking a significant milestone for the mission.

Euclid’s primary objective is to construct a comprehensive 3D map of the universe during its six-year mission, shedding light on the enigmatic 95% comprised of dark matter and dark energy, The Guardian has reported.

Despite only 24 hours of observation, the telescope detected 11 million objects in visible light and 5 million in infrared, unveiling not only rogue planets but also new star clusters, dwarf galaxies, and ancient, luminous galaxies dating back to the universe’s infancy.

Written by B.C. Begley